Binny's Beverage Depot - Downtown

4.6
1857 reviews

About

Liquor Store
Chicago family owned since 1948, Binny’s Beverage Depot is the Midwest’s largest wine, spirits and beer superstore. Our 45+ Illinois locations offer the lowest prices and widest selection around. If you can’t find it at Binny’s, it’s probably not worth drinking™

Location

Binny's Beverage Depot - Downtown
213 W. Grand Ave., Chicago, IL
60654, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.6
1,857 reviews
5 stars
1,367
4 stars
359
3 stars
65
2 stars
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1 star
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What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Selection

Customers praised the extensive selection of beer, wine, and spirits available.

Customer Service

Feedback on staff was mixed; while many found them friendly and helpful, some reported rude interactions.

Location and Parking

The store's convenient downtown location with available parking was frequently highlighted as a positive aspect.

Quality Control

There were concerns about product quality, particularly regarding a spoiled cider, indicating potential issues with inventory management.

Pricing

Many customers noted competitive prices compared to local stores, making it a preferred choice for purchasing beverages.
  • TJ
    Todd Johnson
    1 day ago
    5.0
    Amazing selection - make the best use of their space, go to in River North
  • JT
    J. M. T.
    2 days ago
    4.0
    Impressive selection and friendly staff. So much Scotch I wanted to try, at reasonable prices demonstrating strong curation (Compass Box Flaming Heart, Cadenheads Enigma 25, McLean's Nose, Arndamurchan Migie, Ledaig Triple Wood, Clydeside, Wolfburn 10, various Signatories) and interesting world whisky (Kanosuke, Stauning, etc.). I needed a smaller bottle for traveling and there were only very basic options available here (Old Forester 375mls and junk booze miniatures). They could better serve downtown travelers in this regard but I'm not complaining because the security needed for half bottles was already pretty tight, so perhaps there's no great solution. If you have three people in your party, buying an interesting bottle here could be a more fun adventure for whisky lovers than most hotel bars.
  • MB
    Mayra Bruno
    Jan 2, 2026
    5.0
    Selection is extensive. Staff is always very friendly and helpful! They’re also dog friendly which is a huge plus since it’s convenient to stop by when walking the pup.
  • JM
    Jill Manning
    Dec 30, 2025
    2.0
    Purchased a bottle of Christian Drouin Cidre Pays d’Auge (apple cider) on 12/22/25 from this location and it was unfortunately undrinkable. Upon opening, it had an extremely off flavor and aroma, somewhere between wet dog and burnt hair, which strongly suggests the bottle was faulty or spoiled. This is a well-known producer, so this felt more like a storage or quality control issue than an issue with the cider style itself. Flagging this so staff can check the remaining stock.
  • SS
    Steve Smith
    Dec 28, 2025
    5.0
    If you can't find it a Binnys.........it probably not worth drinking

Frequently Asked Questions About Binny's Beverage Depot - Downtown

What types of products does Binny's Beverage Depot in Downtown Chicago offer?

Binny's Beverage Depot offers the largest selection of wine, spirits, and beer in the Midwest with over 45 Illinois locations, providing a wide range of beverages at the lowest prices.

Where is Binny's Beverage Depot - Downtown located?

It is located at 213 W. Grand Ave., Chicago, IL 60654, USA in the Downtown area.